Somerset-Wide Integrated Sexual Health Service

Welcome to SWISH.

I need contraception

There are lots of different methods of contraception. Different types of contraception suit different people and lifestyles. If you would like to discuss or start a method of contraception your GP or practice nurse can provide many of the methods, along with your repeat contraceptive needs. Many GP practices also offer Implant and Coil fitting.

If you intend to visit SWISH for a Coil or Implant fit this requires a booked appointment and not a walk in slot. Please also check if your GP already provides this service as priority is given to patients whose GP does not offer the service.Read MoreBook an Appointment

I need a cervical screen

Unfortunately we are unable to provide cervical screening (smear test) at the SWISH clinics. Please contact the medical centre where you are registered to arrange a smear test with your GP or practice nurse.Read More

I need emergency contraception

If you have had sex without contraception or your contraception has failed (i.e. split condom or missed contraception) emergency contraception can help prevent a pregnancy.Read MoreWhere can I get it?

I think I may be pregnant

If you think you could be pregnant you should do a pregnancy test as soon as possible. You can buy a pregnancy test from a pharmacy and most supermarkets to do yourself, or we can do a test for you at any of our SWISH Services.Read MoreBook an Appointment

I have no symptoms I just want to be tested for STIs

If you have had sex without a condom you may want to think about getting a routine STI screen for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis, and HIV even although you have no symptomsRead MoreBook an Appointment

I think I have symptoms of a sexually transmitted infection

Sexually Transmitted Infections often referred to as STIs, are infections passed on through sex. They can affect men and women regardless of their sexual or gender identity and can affect people of any age. They can cause anxiety and stress but they are all treatable and many are completely curable with antibiotics.Read MoreWhere to Find Us

I am a man who has had sex with a man

Some men identifying as gay or bisexual and there are others who do not identify as either but will as part of their sex life have sex with other men. This can put you at higher risk of STIs and HIV.Read MoreBook an Appointment

I have had sex with someone with HIV

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP), if administered promptly, is a treatment that can prevent HIV infection after the virus has been transmitted.

I am concerned about Hepatitis

Hepatitis is a virus that is very infectious, it can cause a serious, but short-term illness or serious and long-term illness.Read MoreBook an Appointment

I have been sexually assaulted

SARSAS provide support to people who have experienced rape or any kind of sexual assault or abuse at any time in their lives.Read MoreBook an Appointment

Book an appointment

We currently book appointments by telephone or e-mail, however in addition you can book online .Book Appointment

Where to find us

We have clinics based all over Somerset, you can drop into some of them or make an appointment, to find out which clinic is closest to you, click below for your local services.Where to Find Us

STIs & HIV

Sexually Transmitted Infections often referred to as STIs, are infections passed on through sex. They can affect men and women regardless of their sexual or gender identity and can affect people of any age.Read More

Contraception

There are lots of different methods of contraception to choose from. Different types of contraception suit different people and lifestyles. Find out more below.Read More

Young people

SWISH Services welcome young people to all of our clinics. We offer a non-judgemental, confidential service to any young person including under 16’sRead More

LGBTQ+

All our services offer a free non judgement and confidential service regardless of sexual or gender identity.Read More